Help answer a few questions for a project

[Hooves]

Hey guys I am helping my sister with a project by answering a few questions. She is looking for some other fishermen to answer and I thought this would be a great place to get some help. So if you could answer some questions it would be a lot of help. Just number your answers with the questions if you don't want to answer them all. Thanks for all your help.

1. How often do you fish?

2. Who do you usually fish with?

3.Who taught you how to fish? How long?

4. What's your favorite thing about fishing?

5. While fishing, do you switch baits often to find out which lure or lure action will turn on a bite?

6. Do you believe having a variety of baits in your tackle box that create different kinds of action in the water is important to having more success catching fishing?

7. Do you get more "satisfaction" from dropping in on a spot and nailing the fish right away Or do you get more satisfaction from using a variety of baits and finding just the right one to coax the fish into biting?

8. Do you think that a bait that has more action in the water will create more fish in the boat?

9. What was the last crank bait you purchased and why? (Color, action, brand, heard it was catching fish)

10. Do you have a "catch phrase" when you get a fish on? Like "Oh yea" or "fish on"-- anything crazier than that?

11. What do you think of when I say this line?--"Fisherman could always use a little more action."

12. What social media do you use?

13. Do you actually share information/pictures/video or are you more of a listener?

14. Where do you go for information about the lures (or just equipment?) that you buy? What influences your purchase most?

15. Are there any magazines that you read somewhat faithfully?

[Hooves]

I thought I would post my answers too just for fun.

1. I fish about once a week or if I can.

2. Family and friends who take it some what seriously.

3.My Dad and my Grandpa first taught me to fish.

4. Taking what I have learned and research I have done and find good fish on my own.

5. I have a few go to baits but if they don't work I will throw the tackle box at them.

6. All fishermen need to have different baits for any situation that might arise.

7. I get more satisfaction in working for my fish.

8. More action does not always mean more fish sometimes a real subdued actions works better.

9. Last one was a DT4 for specific lake and I bought three in a verity of colors.

10. No catch phrase.

11. Actually a good double entendre made me laugh.

12. None

13. More of a listener love hearing fish stories and seeing pictures but will show mine to friends and family.

14. I like to hear other people opinions but also like to see some research before making big purchases.

15. Reading In-Fisherman for about 10 years now also outdoor news.

[JakeJ_Mn]

1. How often do you fish?

I fish approx. 100+ days in open water approx. 60+ on the ice.

2. Who do you usually fish with?

Open water - 20 with my partner - 20 with family - the rest alone

Ice - 20 with family - the rest alone

3.Who taught you how to fish? How long?

My grandfather starting taking me when I was 3. I also worked as a dock boy for 3 years when I was 12,13,and 14. I learned many things talking to other fisherman young and old. Since, the internet I spend many hours searching for new ideas.

4. What's your favorite thing about fishing?

Being on the water or ice. Have fun with family and the relaxing quiet of solitude. Catching fish is a bonus.

5. While fishing, do you switch baits often to find out which lure or lure action will turn on a bite?

I have favorite go to lures, but switch often sometimes.

6. Do you believe having a variety of baits in your tackle box that create different kinds of action in the water is important to having more success catching fishing?

I fish for everything in the lakes. I have numerous set ups for each species and the tackle shops love to see me walk in. I set up my tackle by species and always try to have everything "I" think will be needed.

7. Do you get more "satisfaction" from dropping in on a spot and nailing the fish right away Or do you get more satisfaction from using a variety of baits and finding just the right one to coax the fish into biting?

My 1st goal is to have fun. I love the challenge of finding the fish and trying to guess what they will bite on any given day or condition.

8. Do you think that a bait that has more action in the water will create more fish in the boat?

Sometimes - but I think lure choice, color, size makes a difference.

Lazy fishing live bait is very relaxing.

9. What was the last crank bait you purchased and why? (Color, action, brand, heard it was catching fish)

I love the Rapala Shap Rap for walleyes - can't even tell you how many I have, but it's lots.

10. Do you have a "catch phrase" when you get a fish on? Like "Oh yea" or "fish on"-- anything crazier than that?

If I am with someone yes - it's usually just get the net.

11. What do you think of when I say this line?--"Fisherman could always use a little more action."

My mind wonders, but my answer might be R rated.

12. What social media do you use?

None

13. Do you actually share information/pictures/video or are you more of a listener?

I will help anyone that asks for info. Share pics with family - friends

14. Where do you go for information about the lures (or just equipment?) that you buy? What influences your purchase most?

Internet, tackle shops(been to most) - other fisherpersons

If it's pretty - funtional - or someone say "you have to have it"

15. Are there any magazines that you read somewhat faithfully?

In Fisherman - Musky Hunter - Outdoor News - I really enjoy this site for info and suggestions.

[JBMasterAngler]

1. How often do you fish?

At least once a week, year round. Also take several big fishing trips every year.

2. Who do you usually fish with?

My dad and 2 kids (3rd is too young).

3.Who taught you how to fish? How long?

My dad. Then I started watching fishing shows, which helped expand my knowledge.

4. What's your favorite thing about fishing?

Getting away from the normal daily grind. Talking about fishing while fishing. Seeing how excited my kids get when we get a fish in the boat.

5. While fishing, do you switch baits often to find out which lure or lure action will turn on a bite?

Overall, no.

6. Do you believe having a variety of baits in your tackle box that create different kinds of action in the water is important to having more success catching fishing?

I always rig up various baits, but don't always use them.

7. Do you get more "satisfaction" from dropping in on a spot and nailing the fish right away Or do you get more satisfaction from using a variety of baits and finding just the right one to coax the fish into biting?

I usually have go to baits and spots based on where I'm fishing. I'll switch things up based on the fish.

8. Do you think that a bait that has more action in the water will create more fish in the boat?

Depends on the fish.

9. What was the last crank bait you purchased and why? (Color, action, brand, heard it was catching fish)

Flat rap, green muddler color. Slaughtered pike and bass with this bait/color. Stores don't carry it anymore, so I had to order it online.

10. Do you have a "catch phrase" when you get a fish on? Like "Oh yea" or "fish on"-- anything crazier than that?

"there he took it!"

11. What do you think of when I say this line?--"Fisherman could always use a little more action."

You can never have enough action!

12. What social media do you use?

None

13. Do you actually share information/pictures/video or are you more of a listener?

I always give basic reports on my outings. Am always willing to answer questions.

14. Where do you go for information about the lures (or just equipment?) that you buy? What influences your purchase most?

in-fisherman and lindner's edge has cost me hundreds of dollars in tackle! But some of the lures are pretty cool.

15. Are there any magazines that you read somewhat faithfully?

Outdoor News.

[delmuts]

1. How often do you fish?

I don't ice fish, but in open water season 1-3 times a week.

2. Who do you usually fish with?

Many time I fish by myself.

3.Who taught you how to fish? How long?

My dad got me started, but it was only for bull heads. A good friend got me going on panfish and walleye, while others go me going on bass and muskie. I'm 62. Started when I was 6 or 7?

4. What's your favorite thing about fishing?

They are tasty!! Love the search, the find,the fight,and being outdoors!

5. While fishing, do you switch baits often to find out which lure or lure action will turn on a bite?

Of course! I try to give each presentation enough time to know if it's working or not, but will change.

6. Do you believe having a variety of baits in your tackle box that create different kinds of action in the water is important to having more success catching fishing?

You bet! Different actions, colors, size, can all make a difference.

7. Do you get more "satisfaction" from dropping in on a spot and nailing the fish right away Or do you get more satisfaction from using a variety of baits and finding just the right one to coax the fish into biting?

Both. On those days when they will attack anything; they are just plain fun! On the days when you have to work for them, it's a good feeling when you do get them figured out.

8. Do you think that a bait that has more action in the water will create more fish in the boat?

Some time yes; and some times no. There are days when fish want action, but there are days little action is better.

9. What was the last crank bait you purchased and why? (Color, action, brand, heard it was catching fish)

They were by Storm, but can't tell you which model. A purple in different shades and some with other colors on the sides. Just want to try them.

10. Do you have a "catch phrase" when you get a fish on? Like "Oh yea" or "fish on"-- anything crazier than that?

Don't know.

11. What do you think of when I say this line?--"Fisherman could always use a little more action."

You watched to many T V commercials!

12. What social media do you use?

None

13. Do you actually share information/pictures/video or are you more of a listener?

Depends. I will share info if I'm catching fish and others are not, but many think they know more than me anyways, so I let them fish. Pictures only to a few family members and friends.

14. Where do you go for information about the lures (or just equipment?) that you buy? What influences your purchase most?

Friends, product reviews, T V host, and once a guide.

15. Are there any magazines that you read somewhat faithfully?

None